When it comes to health and safety, parents and others are starting to think not just about possible accidental harm, but how the substances used to make a toy might be hazardous to children’s long-term health. Some exposures to unhealthy substances can occur when children play with conventional toys....
Choosing toys is hard enough, there are more options than there are children it seems, and finding the right one for your family is all about trial and error…well, we want to ensure that the toys you buy are safe and not hazardous to your child or your family...
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission requires toy manufacturers to meet stringent safety standards and to label certain toys that could be a hazard for younger children. Look for labels that give age recommendations and use that information as a guide....
